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Titanic watch sells for record-breaking £1.175 million

Titanic watch sells for record-breaking £1.175 million

Titanic watch sells for record-breaking £1.175 million

27 April 2024

The watch, owned by the richest man on the Titanic – businessman John Jacob Astor, went down with the ship in 1912 and is engraved with his initials.


British tourist ‘stable’ after shark attack off Caribbean island

British tourist ‘stable’ after shark attack off Caribbean island

British tourist ‘stable’ after shark attack off Caribbean island

27 April 2024

The man, named by local authorities as Peter Smith, 64, from Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, was attacked 10 metres off the shore.


Tory MP and ex-health minister Dan Poulter defects to Labour

Tory MP and ex-health minister Dan Poulter defects to Labour

Tory MP and ex-health minister Dan Poulter defects to Labour

27 April 2024

Dr Dan Poulter, a working medic, has quit the Tory Party in a blow to Rishi Sunak.


ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar rose to prominence for his reporting on Iraq war

ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar rose to prominence for his reporting on Iraq war

ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar rose to prominence for his reporting on Iraq war

27 April 2024

While presenting the News At Ten programme live on Friday, he appeared to struggle to read the news bulletin – sparking concern online.


Two arrested at pro-Palestine march including man holding ‘swastika placard’

Two arrested at pro-Palestine march including man holding ‘swastika placard’

Two arrested at pro-Palestine march including man holding ‘swastika placard’

27 April 2024

Thousands gathered for the Palestine Solidarity Campaign demonstration in London on Saturday afternoon.


ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar ‘recovering at home’ after hospital treatment

ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar ‘recovering at home’ after hospital treatment

ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar ‘recovering at home’ after hospital treatment

27 April 2024

The international affairs editor became unwell while presenting the News At Ten programme on Friday.


In Pictures: Tweed Run brings a touch of old-fashioned style to London’s streets

In Pictures: Tweed Run brings a touch of old-fashioned style to London’s streets

In Pictures: Tweed Run brings a touch of old-fashioned style to London’s streets

27 April 2024

The annual event sees cyclists in period costumes travel through the streets of London.


British boots could be put on ground in Gaza as part of aid efforts – report

British boots could be put on ground in Gaza as part of aid efforts – report

British boots could be put on ground in Gaza as part of aid efforts – report

27 April 2024

No decision has been made and the proposal has not yet reached the Prime Minister, it is understood.


‘Poor choice’ for Greens to back no confidence motion in me – Yousaf

‘Poor choice’ for Greens to back no confidence motion in me – Yousaf

‘Poor choice’ for Greens to back no confidence motion in me – Yousaf

27 April 2024

The First Minister’s comments came as the Alba Party held an emergency meeting to discuss the way forward.


‘Unacceptable harassment’ of Rees-Mogg criticised after protesters hound the MP

‘Unacceptable harassment’ of Rees-Mogg criticised after protesters hound the MP

‘Unacceptable harassment’ of Rees-Mogg criticised after protesters hound the MP

27 April 2024

Demonstrators were filmed chasing and shouting abuse at the Tory former Cabinet minister after he spoke at Cardiff University.


Riders donning their best tweed cycle along London streets for annual event

Riders donning their best tweed cycle along London streets for annual event

Riders donning their best tweed cycle along London streets for annual event

27 April 2024

The sold-out Tweed Run event saw participants sporting different tweed outfits, from blazers to skirts and hats.


Khan calls for end to ‘everyday extortion’ of unfair charges for leaseholders

Khan calls for end to ‘everyday extortion’ of unfair charges for leaseholders

Khan calls for end to ‘everyday extortion’ of unfair charges for leaseholders

27 April 2024

The London mayor is urging ministers to give leaseholders stronger rights in law, upping the pressure on Housing Secretary Michael Gove.


Humza Yousaf seeks ‘common ground’ with opponents ahead of crunch vote

Humza Yousaf seeks ‘common ground’ with opponents ahead of crunch vote

Humza Yousaf seeks ‘common ground’ with opponents ahead of crunch vote

27 April 2024

The First Minister is attempting to build bridges with other Scottish parties as he fights for his political future.


TV cosmetic doctor struck off for giving free botox in return for sex

TV cosmetic doctor struck off for giving free botox in return for sex

TV cosmetic doctor struck off for giving free botox in return for sex

27 April 2024

Dr Tijion Esho has featured on ITV’s This Morning, BBC’s Morning Live and E4’s Body Fixers.


Man dies and four arrested after ‘unusually strong’ heroin circulates in Devon

Man dies and four arrested after ‘unusually strong’ heroin circulates in Devon

Man dies and four arrested after ‘unusually strong’ heroin circulates in Devon

27 April 2024

A further eight people have been treated in hospital after police became aware the drug was circulating locally on Friday.


Sunak: Migrants going to Ireland shows Rwanda plan’s deterrent effect working

Sunak: Migrants going to Ireland shows Rwanda plan’s deterrent effect working

Sunak: Migrants going to Ireland shows Rwanda plan’s deterrent effect working

27 April 2024

The Irish government claimed the UK’s asylum policy was causing an influx of migrants into the Republic.


British tourist in ‘intensive care’ after shark attack off Caribbean Island

British tourist in ‘intensive care’ after shark attack off Caribbean Island

British tourist in ‘intensive care’ after shark attack off Caribbean Island

27 April 2024

He sustained injuries to his left hand, left thigh, and stomach following the attack involving a bull shark.


Former rival Kate Forbes backs Yousaf’s leadership as FM seeks way forward

Former rival Kate Forbes backs Yousaf’s leadership as FM seeks way forward

Former rival Kate Forbes backs Yousaf’s leadership as FM seeks way forward

27 April 2024

The First Minister has said he is not resigning and is writing to other parties in the Scottish Parliament.


Four Vietnamese nationals held in Facebook people smugglers probe

Four Vietnamese nationals held in Facebook people smugglers probe

Four Vietnamese nationals held in Facebook people smugglers probe

27 April 2024

The joint UK-French investigation alleges the group shared posts charged migrants thousands of pounds to make the crossing.


Beachcomber, 13, finds ‘holy grail’ Lego octopus washed ashore from 1997 spill

Beachcomber, 13, finds ‘holy grail’ Lego octopus washed ashore from 1997 spill

Beachcomber, 13, finds ‘holy grail’ Lego octopus washed ashore from 1997 spill

27 April 2024

Nearly five million pieces of Lego spilled into the sea in 1997 when a cargo ship encountered a storm.


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